The Grapevine 16 May 2022 (May 07, 2022)

From President Maurie

Last week

A happy 42^nd birthday celebrated last Thursday thanks to having a room full of happy members, partners and guests, especially Areta and her (26^th) delicious birthday cake,

table decorations by Bronwen and the delightful guest speaker Hassa Mann accompanied wife Glenys.

We enjoyed a poetic introduction by the inimitable Greg Ross. It was also an opportunity to acknowledge the incredible contributions of our remaining Charter Members, Stan Hibbert, Geoff Steinicke, Marcel Muntwyler and Peter Cleary. Though Stan and Marcel were not at the meeting, Peter presented a comprehensive summary of Marcel’s outstanding contribution to NBRC.

Very sad news to learn of the death of past president John Mollison. Our thoughts go to Anthea and family. You will find a tribute to John, by Greg Matthews, in this Grapevine.

VALE - John Mollison

To all Members:-

You are no doubt aware that our Past member John Mollison passed away on Thursday night at Frankston Hospital.

John joined Rotary in 1986 and became a Friend of Rotary when he moved to Rye several years ago. During John`s long years of service he and Anthea hosted many Exchange Students at their beach house over the Christmas period .

He was a past Club President; a Paul Harris recipient; a member of District committees including an Assistant Governor. John & Anthea attended many Conferences and one of the first was in 1990 in Canberra. Anthea was a main player in our hosting of the Launceston Conference.

Birthday Night - Guest Speaker

Intro to Hassa Mann ... 12/5/2022

The club I love has history proud

From eighteen fifty-eight till now

Invincible Whites was once our name

And then the Fuchsias, how very tame!

With colours red and royal blue

The mighty Dees and Redlegs grew.

I started watching when just a boy

To go with Dad was my greatest joy

In fifty-five, six and seven

Three premierships – I was in heaven.

Marcel Muntwyler

Marcel Muntwyler - A Tribute

It is my privilege tonight to present this tribute to Marcel Muntwyler one of the 36 Charter Members of the Rotary Club of North Balwyn chartered on 8th May 1980.

Unfortunately, due to his present health situation Marcel is unable to join us tonight and I suggest this is most likely the first Birthday Dinner that he has not attended. Marcel has sadly indicated his intention to resign from Rotary on 30th June as a result of his health situation.

Marcel's Classification was EXTERNAL SUN SHADE AWNINGS and he soon became known as "THE BLIND MAN". In addition, because of his physical likeness to a famous film star he was nicknamed "GROUCHO" for with his glasses, moustache and cigar in mouth he could have easily doubled for the famous Groucho Marks.

Club Theatre Night

Fellowship Theatre Night

Tuesday 24th May at 6 PM (Time yet to be confirmed by Theatre) at Palace Theatre Whitehorse Rd Balwyn

Film is""Downton Abbey a New Era"

Anyone who has not registered needs to email me if they wish to attend before 18/5 Cost $15 Payment by 20/5 to RC of NB Admin Acct BSB 633000 Acct No 146740653 with notation of Name & Palace. Dinner has been arranged and commitment required by email to me from those wishing to attend at Birichino Cucina 355 Whitehorse Rd Cnr Balwyn Rd Balwyn.

Thanks

Peter Cleary

Bunnings BBQ - Election Day

BBQ Bunnings Doncaster Saturday May 21^st

Please be advised that I need car regs. This will be entered into the car park system so your parking will not be charged (usually after 2 hrs). Whilst the shifts are 4 hrs, we have listed the “Time Required” with Bunnings as 5 hrs to allow for extra arrival and departure time.

We will be observing covid 19 procedures to ensure we have NO physical contact with the clients and please bring your hats, aprons and masks.

Please email me on jdmcb48@bigpond.net.au Or phone on 0409257770

Bunnings Doncaster	Time	Role	Volunteer	Car Reg
Saturday, May 21st	9:00 am to12:30pm	Order Taker	xxxxxxx
		Money Taker	xxxxxxx
		Cook 1	Peter Sutherland
		Cook 2	xxxxxxx
		Deliverer	Ted Wilkins
Bunnings Doncaster	Time	Role	Volunteer	Car Reg
Saturday, May 21st	12:30pm to 4:00pm	Order Taker	xxxxxxx
		Money Taker	Greg Cribbes
		Cook 1	xxxxxxx
		Cook 2	xxxxxxx
		Deliverer	xxxxxxx

Polling Day BBQ - Genazzano College

May 21st - BBQ at Genazzano College

Rotary Gardening Project

This week Neil and Rowan tackled a tsunami of couch grass that had prevented backdoor, backyard and clothesline access and buried the path. The resident was delighted with the work.

There will be a second session soon to complete the clean up.

In the “before” pic Neil looks daunted but in the “after” pic, cap askew, he looks decidedly worn out.

Well done lads!

RI Convention 2023

Geoff's Health Tip

Is Tempranillo the Healthier Red ?

While the antioxidants in red wine are believed to contribute to better cardiovascular health, researchers in Spain say the Tempranillo grapes used to make wine also contain significant levels of soluble fiber that assist in strengthening the heart. They have found that the fiber and antioxidants in the Tempranillo grape seem to reduce blood pressure and cholesterol better than other sources of dietary fiber, specifically oats and psyllium.

Regarded as the noble grape variety in Spain, Tempranillo grapes have slightly thicker skins compared to other varietals. Not only is this wine attractive in colour, the dark berry flavours with hints of vanilla, spice and everything nice, may bring an extra flare to your evening’s meal.

Daily Sayings

Thank You to Our Sponsors

More Information Wanted?

Rotary Club of North Balwyn: www.rotarynorthbalwyn.com.au

Rotary Club of North Balwyn Men's Shed:

www.northbalwynmensshed.com

Rotary District 9800: www.rotarydistrict9800.org.au

Club Meetings

16 May '22 - Surprise!!

Are you attending our next meeting? If so, click:

attendingrcnb@gmail.com

Be sure to send this email to our Attendance Officer (Jim) by Tuesday preceding the meeting.

Club Meeting Rosters

Meeting rosters are back!!

Weekly meeting duty roster

Volunteer Opportunities

Second Bite

Thursday Second Bite deliveries

Camberwell Sunday Market

Our weekly commitment is to have 2 Volunteers for each of 6.45am to 10.00am and 9.45am to 1.00pm. Here is the roster.

Geoff Steinicke awaits your email to nominate a day/time.

Gardening

Gardening program is now in full swing all schools back and keen to assist in our joint community program.

CAN YOU HELP.

Please check the roster and check your situation, we need your help in this important service to our needy owners.

Club Diary

Changeover Lunch (Sunday)

3 July 2022

Fellowship Weekend Echuca

4-7 November 2022

Celebrations

Birthdays

Chris Yudi

Carol Studebaker

Inductions

Hugo Goetze

Weddings

John & Chris Burley

Grapevine Deadline

Information for Grapevine needs to be with the Editor by midday Saturday.

A Rotary Safe Families Ambassador Club

- The 3 R's on your club Rotary Safe Families card are:

Recognise the signs

Raise your concerns

Refer for help.

Go to rotarysafefamilies.org.au

If you are placed in a position of aiding an older person:

Talk and listen to the older person
Respect, believe and do not judge
Remind them they are not to blame
Provide choices not interventions
Empower them to make their own decisions
Let them know there is help available
Offer to make a call on their behalf
Continue to offer support and encouragement even if the person is not ready to accept help at the time

Click on the Resources tab for videos and further information.

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