Members' 
Bulletin
 
Chartered 1920
January 9, 2026

Three weeks have passed since our club's last Bulletin, what with Christmas and New Year in between. 

You'll find more details in the stories on our club home page, so follow the links provided. 

 

ROTARY FAMILY - THE MOST VALUABLE PART OF OUR CLUB

Remembering Margaret Trainor who passed away on January 3, 2026. We paid tribute to Margaret at our January 9 meeting with her loving family present. Celebration of Life is scheduled for Saturday, January 31 at 4pm at the ICC. RSVP is requested for planning purposes. See our updated home page for details. 

Remembering Bill Stevens who passed away on November 3, 2025 but whose Celebration of Life was held on January 10th. Our home page story has been updated with details.  

Luisa Del Rosario took ill on January 10th, was hospitalized, made a wonderful recovery (with her great praise and thanks to Guelph General Hospital) and is now resting at home.

Nanita Mohan is recovering at home from recent surgery. 

 

HONOURARY PHFs PRESENTED

On January 9, 2026, Helmuth presented Honourary Paul Harris Fellowships from our club to Donna and Steve Dodge. Details are here. 

 

UPCOMING EVENTS - YOU'RE INVITED!

Saturday, January 31, 2026.  Celebration of Life for Margaret Trainor at 4pm at the ICC. Please RSVP via Facebook at this link.  

Friday, February 6, 2026.  The 22nd annual “Taste of Italy Pasta Night” hosted by our sister club, the Rotary Club of Guelph South. A great family favourite outing each year at a family-friendly price! Get tickets now. Details are here. 

Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Our friends from Village By the Arboretum are hosting an evening of food and entertainment at Manhattans to raise funds for the Keep Kids Fed At Home program (formerly Food4Kids). Our own Marty Fairbairn will be playing in the band! Reserve seats by calling Manhattans at (519) 767-2440. Order and pay for your own dinner on the night - they have great food!

Friday, March 6, 2026.  The 12th annual edition of the Rotaract Gala, raising funds this year for Wyndham House. Make up a table of friends and book your tickets for this lovely event for a great cause, and support our young Rotary friends! We are really hoping for a great Rotary turnout.  Details are here. 

Bulletin Editor
Terrie Jarvis
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