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Feb. 16, 2021 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Life lessons from a Crisis Negotiator - Ripples, Waves & Reflections
Feb. 19, 2021 12:15 p.m.
Neil Dunsmore, a member of the Rotary Club of Fergus-Elora and a skilled speaker, has remarkable experiences to share. In his career, he was a Provincial Corrections Officer and a Crisis/Hostage Negotiator, so he understands the power of connecting with people. Today Neil is a Township of Centre Wellington Councillor but devotes much of his energy and experience towards supporting mental health initiatives. Neil is a shining and inspirational example of delivering Service Above Self. |
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The safety of the vaccines against Covid-19
Feb. 22, 2021 12:00 p.m.
All Rotarians are invited to the Rotary Club of Brampton meeting at noon on Monday, February 22nd. Here is the link: https://rotary7080.zoom.us/j/94008245718 or Meeting code: 940 0824 5718 password 138870 Advance questions to DRFC Norm Bindon at norm.rotary@rogers.com
Many of us have concerns about the safety of the vaccines against Covid-19; Novel technologies, accelerated development, and regulatory approvals for emergency use that are unprecedented raise a lot of questions from many people. With over forty years of work in the vaccine field, Dr. Liliana Chocarro is uniquely qualified to talk about COVID-19 vaccines, to give you the facts and alleviate your fears. Dr. Chocarro has worked in vaccine regulation, development/production & quality control, quality assurance, transition from R&D to production of clinical lots, and regulatory pathways. She has experience as a regulator, as a consultant to industry, to regulatory authorities, the International Vaccine Institute, the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation [BMGF], and as a Senior staff and expert consultant to the World Health Organization. Established the African Vaccine Regulatory Forum (AVAREF) that created legal frameworks and processes for regulation of clinical trials in Africa. She is now working as an expert consultant to WHO helping coordinate activities related to the assessment of Covid-19 vaccines. And Dr. Liliana is one of us. She is a member of the Rotary Club of Oakville Trafalgar. She helped the Government of Roatan - through the Rotary Club of Roatan to create an outreach program, teaching community leaders how to stop the transmission of Covid-19, advised her Club about measures and activity planning in compliance with prevention of Covid-19 transmission, and has given talks about vaccines to a few Rotary and Probus clubs. Liliana was granted a Paul Harris Award in 2020 for her contributions. Please join us to hear Liliana give us some insights about Covid-19 transmission, prevention, and vaccines. |
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Exploring the Black Experience in Rotary
Feb. 25, 2021 4:00 p.m.
Throughout 2020-2021, Rotary Internationl is hosting a DEI webinar series to explore Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Read more about the sessions that will be offered. Humans are composed of unique and intersecting sets of social identities, defined by our physical, social, and mental characteristics. Examples include race/ethnicity, gender, social class/socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, disabilities, and religion/religious beliefs. By considering each other’s lives, experiences, and perspectives, we allow a community to be not only about what we have in common but what makes us different. Register now for, Exploring the Black Experience in Rotary on Thursday, 25 February at 15:00 Chicago time (4pm Toronto time), and submit your questions to our experts. A recording of the session will be available to everyone who registers. · Open ourselves to talking about race and identity. · Become aware and acknowledge how our own social identities impact the club and community experience. · Allow space for all Rotarians to bring their full, most authentic selves to our organization. Sincerely, |
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Panel discusson on Collecting Courage: Joy, Pain, Freedom, Love
Feb. 26, 2021 12:15 p.m.
Our program this week features our very own Marva Wisdom. She will be leading a panel discussion of her new book “Collecting Courage: Joy, Pain, Freedom and Love.” Panelists include Nnneka Allen, Camila Periera,Olumide , Akerewusi and Marva. They will discuss the story behind the book and the impact of the project on their life’s journey. Will be a program well worth attending!! |
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Mar. 02, 2021 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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The Integrated Youth Services Network - An Update
Mar. 05, 2021 12:15 p.m.
This week we will hear from two young people who are passionate about the Integrated Youth Services Network.
In addition to Abby and Nida, Paul Dredge and Cyndy Moffat Forsyth will provide an update on the program. This is a major Rotary-inspired initiative so we are looking forward to this program. |
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Mar. 05, 2021 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
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The Challenges of Leadership Today
Mar. 09, 2021 7:00 p.m.
One of the Rotary Club of Oakville's fundraising events is called the Speaker Series. Like many in person events we cancelled the 2020 version and are reintroducing it for 2021 in a virtual setting. The theme is “The Challenges of Leadership Today” and our key note is “Beverley McLachlin, P.C.” former Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada (and first woman Chief Justice). This will be followed by a panel discussion moderated by Sandra Pupatello, a former Ontario Cabinet Minister and includes Jennifer Jones, Windsor Ontario resident and President Elect for Rotary International . Our primary beneficiary for this year’s event will be Indspire * and we will be hearing from Alana Roberts, one of Indspire’s success stories. Participation in the Webinar is free – we hope to raise funds for Indspire and our other club causes through sponsorships and donations. We think you might be interested in former Chief Justice McLachlin’s perspectives on leadership in particular and we would be very pleased if you and any of your friends and family could join us at 7:00 pm on Tuesday March 9, 2021. Please visit the link below for registration: Mike Henry, Rotary Club of Oakville * Indspire is a national Indigenous registered charity that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit and Métis people for the long term benefit of these individuals, their families and communities, and Canada. |
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Director Dialogue: Rotary's Vision of PEACE
Mar. 10, 2021 7:00 p.m.
RI president-elect Shekhar Mehta will share his vision of Peace in the next free Director Dialogue with Director Valarie Wafer, set for Wednesday March 10 at 7:00 pm ET. We’ll also hear from Rotary Peace Fellow Marie-Paule Attema on how the Rotary Peace Center experience uniquely informs her work with refugees. We’ll learn what we can do to take action: Through Rotary’s Peacebuilder training, the RAG for Peace, and the Global Peacebuilder District Program, which will be brought to life by Rotarians and Rotaractors in District 5370 as we discover what they are accomplishing as a trendsetting Peacebuilder District. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9LsL8JBcTaSI7i5n0SYPsg
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Mar. 11, 2021 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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Mar. 11, 2021 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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The future of food
Mar. 12, 2021 12:15 p.m.
Professor David Hughes - also known as Dr. Food – is an international speaker on global food and drink industry issues. His talk will focus on how the food industry is preparing for a post-Covid world. “It depends which country you’re in,” says Dr. David Hughes, emeritus professor of food marketing at Imperial College, London, England. Dr. Hughes will share predictions on:
MORE INFO ABOUT DAVID HUGHES, FOOD MARKETING EXPERT Dr. David Hughes is Emeritus Professor of Food Marketing at Imperial College London, and Visiting Professor at the Royal Agricultural University, U.K. He is a much sought-after speaker at international conferences and seminars on global food industry issues, particularly consumer and retail trends. David has lived and worked in Europe, North America, the Caribbean, Africa and South East Asia and has extensive experience as an international advisory board member with food companies and financial service organizations on three continents. In the 1970/80s, David was a partner of Richard Broadwith in a consulting firm bearing their names. He was a staunch patron of The Albion Hotel in Guelph but, nonetheless, he has remained healthy to tell tales of his global travels. |
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Mar. 16, 2021 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Mar. 17, 2021 Ends: 7:07 p.m.
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Rotary's Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Mar. 18, 2021 7:30 a.m.
AN INVITATION FROM THE ROTARY CLUB OF GUELPH SOUTH:
Valarie Wafer, a director of Rotary International and member of the Rotary Club of Collingwood-South Georgian Bay, is the guest speaker at the weekly meeting of the Rotary Club of Guelph South on Thursday morning, March 18. Valarie's presentation is titled "Rotary's Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion - I Belong" and she will provide us with an update on Rotary International's commitment to "DEI" and how we can shape our own clubs to be more inclusive.
We are inviting all members of the seven local Rotary Clubs to join us on March 18 to hear Valarie speak and we are asking each club president to please circulate the details below to their members.
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Date: Thursday, March 18
Time: 7:30am to 8:30am
Zoom meeting link:
You should enter the meeting room with just one click, but here is some additional login information if required:
Meeting ID: 981 4768 4527
Passcode: 590128
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Up Close - Personal Introduction by a Member
Mar. 19, 2021 12:15 p.m.
We will be treated to an Up Close presentation this Friday with Nisha Chandran. Nisha joined our club in May of 2020 with the classification Health Economics. Nisha is originally from Delhi, India and has spent time in Bangalore, India and Dubai prior to coming to Canada. Nisha holds a Ph.D. in Health Economics and currently works for the global pharmaceutical company, Glaxo Smith Kline, as a Health Outcomes Specialist. She has embraced Rotary and is active on the Program and Membership Committees. When not working, Nisha's passion is cycling. Don't miss this opportunity to get to know an outstanding member and future leader of our club.
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Mar. 30, 2021 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Running a hospital in a global pandemic
Apr. 02, 2021 12:00 p.m.
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Apr. 06, 2021 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
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Apr. 06, 2021 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
The next Finding the Balance During COVID-19 webinar is on April 6th with special guest, the GWD public health unit's medical office of health, Dr. Nicola Mercer.
Here is the link to register:
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Apr. 08, 2021 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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Apr. 20, 2021 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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The impact of climate change
Apr. 23, 2021 12:15 p.m.
We are greatly anticipating this talk by Prof. Kent Moore, son of our distinguished club member, Ab Moore. The effects of climate change are being felt in many places, as we'll hear from Kent Moore, a professor of physics at the University of Toronto Mississauga. For example, across all five Great Lakes, temperatures have risen between three and five degrees Celsius at the surface, with wide-reaching effects — from increased chances of harmful algae blooms, to impacts on ecosystems that rely on the lakes. Changes are being measured elsewhere, too.
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NASA's Mars Rover Curiosity Project
Apr. 30, 2021 12:15 p.m.
Our program this week is literally “Out of This World.” Our guest is Dr. Carrie Bridge, Chief Scientific Advisor for the NASA Mars Curiosity Mission. In her role with NASA, Dr. Bridge has designed and navigates the Rover as it collects all kinds of scientific data from the surface of Mars. She will be speaking to us from Mission Control in Pasadena, California. Carrie is a Canadian who grew up in Listowel, Ontario and received her education at the University of Toronto. What a once in a lifetime experience this will be. |
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May 01, 2021 3:30 p.m.
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May 04, 2021 7:00 p.m. - 8:15 p.m.
Register here.
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_mFUDPZpxQaWgEkQ83SviQw?fbclid=IwAR3QTSR3d1VKjukUTgroWHgorSZIdZIsmAIij1opEL84snHEDropkuCeQig
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Dealing with extreme events
May 07, 2021 12:15 p.m.
Dr. Peter Stokes is an expert on how individuals and organizations can cope with extreme events in their families, communities and countries. This includes things like floods, fires, earthquakes, genocide and, at the present time, Covid. Peter is Professor of Leadership and Professional Development in the Leicester Castle Business School, De Montfort University (Leicester, UK). |
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May 13, 2021 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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May 13, 2021 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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Art of negotiations in everyday life
May 14, 2021
I help people get what they want. Nicknamed “the negotiator” as a child, I have always channeled my energy into my passion for the power of forward thinking. Today business executives partner with me to achieve their business goals, increase profitability and create a competitive advantage. I empower executives and their teams through my expertise in negotiation, communication and persuasion. To share my strengths with more business leaders, I recently returned to the classroom as an instructor of MBA Negotiations at the Schulich School of Business at York University in Toronto. |
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May 15, 2021 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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May 18, 2021 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Up Close - Personal Introduction by a Member
May 21, 2021 12:15 p.m.
Triple Treat This week we will be treated to an Up Close presentation by Eleni Bakopolous. Eleni joined Rotary just one year ago and has already made an enormous contribution to our club. Eleni is a renowned artist and photographer working out of her gallery (Gritt Gallery) in downtown Guelph. She is also one of the Three Greek Sisters that are known around the world for their cookbooks. After telling us about herself, Eleni will be joined by her sisters Betty and Samantha to conclude her presentation. |
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Up Close - Personal Introduction by a Member
May 28, 2021 12:15 p.m.
This Friday, John Wills will share his Up Close presentation with us. John joined Rotary in late 2019 with the classification Portrait Photographer. He is not your ordinary photographer. On two occasions in 2014 and 2018 he was named Ontario Portrait Photographer of the Year! Not only is he technically sound, he is the most creative photographer you will ever meet. As we get Up Close with John we’ll learn about his background and he will share some of his outstanding work with us. Really looking forward to this experience! |
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The role of media - Wellington Dufferin Guelph Public Health
Jun. 04, 2021 12:15 p.m.
Want to Know More About Vaccines? Then be sure to log into the Rotary Zoom meeting this Friday. Our guest speaker is Danny Williamson, Communications Specialist with the Wellington, Dufferin, Guelph Public Health Unit. Danny will be providing an update on our local vaccination program, dispelling myths and answering questions about the vaccine and virus, and sharing resources people can use to champion vaccinations. |
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Jun. 10, 2021 4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
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Up Close - Personal Introduction by a Member
Jun. 11, 2021 12:15 p.m.
Fax was proposed for membership in April of 2020 by Murray Taylor with the classification “Biotechnology Entrepreneur.” Originally from Iran, Faz immigrated to Canada with his family several years ago. He is a medical doctor and researcher at the Ontario Veterinary College. And, he is an entrepreneur with interests in several biotechnology innovations and real estate holdings. Faz is a kind and generous man who exemplifies the Four Way Test in all that he does. We are all looking forward to learning more about our new Rotary friend. |
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Jun. 15, 2021 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Kamloops Discovery and Anishnabeg Outreach Programs
Jun. 18, 2021
Our club's Indigenous Awareness Committee is highlighting Canada's National Indigenous History Month (June) by inviting Stephen Jackson, CEO of Anishnabeg Outreach and Employment and Training Inc. to be our presenter. Stephen will discuss his views on the horrific discovery of the bodies of 215 children buried in unmarked graves at the former Indian Residential School in Kamloops, BC and the painful journey ahead for Indigenous and Non-Indigenous. As CEO of Anishnabeg Outreach, our regional Indigenous Healing Center, Stephen will explain Anishnabeg Outreach programs and their hopes for reconciliation.
Stephen encourages pre-reading his commentary on the current situation here:
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Jun. 23, 2021
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Jun. 23, 2021 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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Our club's 2020-2021 Rotary year in review - Swan Song
Jun. 25, 2021
This Friday marks our last club meeting the 2020-2021 Rotary year. As per tradition, our outgoing club president will present a review of the past year. President Tracey - the floor is yours! President Tracey’s Swan Song Can you believe it has been a year since Tracey took over Presidential duties for our Rotary Club? This week Tracey will close out her year with a review of all that has happened during Rotary year 2020/2021 and then turn the reins over to incoming President Mahmud. The dictionary defines “Swan Song” as a final performance before a person retires. Somehow it is not likely Tracey will retire, but instead move on to other responsibilities in Rotary. Hopefully we can all attend this meeting to show our gratitude to Tracey for a job very well done!!
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Our club's 2021-2022 Rotary year ahead - Inaugural Address
Jul. 09, 2021
Mahmud’s Installation As President This week, we start Rotary year 2021/2022 with the changeover in leadership. Mahmud will be installed as our “102nd President” and Tracey becomes the infamous “Past President.” Mahmud will address the club on goals and ambitions for the coming year and introduce the incoming Officers and Board Members. |
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Up Close - Personal Introduction by a Member
Jul. 16, 2021 12:15 p.m.
This week we will be treated to an Up Close presentation by Lucy Mutharia. Lucy was proposed by Noma Vales and holds the classification “University - Microbiologist.” She is a Professor in the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology at the University of Guelph for 32 years, and retired just this year, 2021. Originally from Nairobi, Lucy earned her Ph.D. at the University of British Columbia. A lot of her scientific work provides basic knowledge that underpins the development of vaccines. Since joining Rotary Lucy has been active in a number of club committees. |
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Jul. 20, 2021 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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Update on the GRCA projects, especially those with Rotary
Jul. 23, 2021 12:15 p.m.
Samantha Lawson is the CAO of the Grand River Conservation Authority. She has worked for the Authority for over 15 years in a variety roles including Resource Planner and Manager of Property. Samantha completed her undergraduate degree at the University of Waterloo and holds two masters degrees from the University of Guelph and Western Ontario. When she isn’t working, she is exploring the Grand River Watershed by bike or by horse. She will provide an update on the current projects the GRCA/Rotary are working on and the significance of these projects to the GRCA. Also, the impacts (positive and negative) that COVID had on the Guelph Lake Conservation Area and some of GRCA’s Conservation Lands in Guelph and surrounding area. |
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Building Awareness to Human Trafficking - Rotary Speaker Series (#1 of 5)
Jul. 27, 2021 7:00 p.m.
Mark your calendar for the first presentation in this local Rotary Speaker Series, hosted by the Rotary Club of Guelph South, on Eradicating Human Trafficking. Details to follow. Email Debbie Allen for more information. To register for this free presentation on July 27, 2021 click here: https://bit.ly/3xXKx7S When we hear the words “human trafficking,” we tend to think that this is something that happens in big cities. Sadly this is not true, and with the 401 highway, this crime is big business right here in our community. Spearheaded by the Rotary Club of Guelph South, local Rotary members have come together to tackle this issue, starting with an awareness campaign. To volunteer with this committee, or for more information, email Debbie Allen at the Guelph South club. On the 4th Tuesday of every month, starting on July 27, 2021, you can hear five different presentations about the various aspects of human trafficking – from the organizations that work to create increased awareness to survivors themselves who will share their stories. We are starting on July 27 with Bob Burnside and Sherri Moir who are with CRY NOT, a voluntary organization based in Orangeville (supported by Rotary) whose mandate is to create awareness of threat, tactics, symptoms and resulting devastating personal effects of Human Trafficking to the greater Dufferin Caledon communities. To register, go to https://bit.ly/3xXKx7S Future dates in this Speaker Series are August 24, September 28, October 26, November 30. Mark your calendars now and plan to join us. This session will be online and free. ABOUT CRY NOT: Compass Rotary Youth – NO Trafficking. CRY NOT is a volunteer organization formed by two recognized and respected groups within the Dufferin Caledon community. The Rotary Club of Orangeville and Compass Community Church were both moved to action when made aware of the threat of Human Trafficking in their area. Neither party felt qualified to undertake the involved follow-up work that can be required with Human Trafficking victims. Both parties however, did feel strongly about their ability to bring awareness of the threat, tactics, symptoms and resulting devastating personal effects of Human Trafficking to the greater Dufferin Caledon communities. |
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The Grove (IYSN), Wally's Place, Shelldale
Jul. 30, 2021 12:15 p.m.
Local Charities Supported By Our Club
We have three speakers for Friday, all charities that the club sent money to in the last budget. The three for this week are all coming from the Child and Youth Committee, this is the charities' time to come and expresss gratitude to the club and share how the funds were allocated and an update on how they are doing.
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Guelph Soccer - the largest sports club in the city
Aug. 06, 2021 12:15 p.m.
Guelph Soccer Soccer is becoming a major sport in Canada as witnessed by the success of the Women’s Soccer Team in Tokyo. The Guelph Soccer Club is a non-profit organization established in the 1960’s. With 3,500 members, Guelph Soccer is the largest sports club in the city. The club members are primarily youth between the ages of 3 and 18. The club provides both indoor and outdoor programs to promote the enjoyment of this beautiful game year round. The club provides a fun, safe and competitive environment for all skill levels and abilities for both boys and girls. Our speaker this week is Sara Orrell, Executive Director of Guelph Soccer. |
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"The Begging Bear" story
Aug. 13, 2021 12:15 p.m.
In the last twenty-five years the Begging Bear, which stands in front of the Art Gallery of Guelph, has become a landmark in the city. It has been attired in virtually any costume/clothing imaginable. This week we are going to learn more about the Begging Bear and other museum artifacts from Dawn Owen. Dr. Owen is currently Curator at the Guelph Museum and formerly Curator of Contemporary Art at the Art Gallery of Guelph. This will be an interesting and entertaining meeting. |